Theological Perspectives on Ageing and Mental Health

"Theological Perspectives on Ageing and Mental Health" begins by setting the scene for discussion of the topic. An exploration of the variety of meanings attributed to mental health, ageing, spirituality and religion provide a framework for what follows. The paper argues that a richly text...

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Auteur principal: McNamara, Laurence J. (Auteur)
Type de support: Électronique Article
Langue:Anglais
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Publié: Haworth Press 2003
Dans: Journal of religious gerontology
Année: 2003, Volume: 13, Numéro: 3/4, Pages: 1-16
Sujets non-standardisés:B Spirituality
B Ageing
B Personne
B Mental Health
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Résumé:"Theological Perspectives on Ageing and Mental Health" begins by setting the scene for discussion of the topic. An exploration of the variety of meanings attributed to mental health, ageing, spirituality and religion provide a framework for what follows. The paper argues that a richly textured understanding of human personhood is a prerequisite for any analysis of ageing and mental health. A brief historical and theological sketch is provided in support of this contention. From the foundation of the human person four characteristics of mental health or well-being, especially among the aged, are developed.
ISSN:1528-686X
Contient:Enthalten in: Journal of religious gerontology
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1300/J078v13n03_01